Onset 2 years ago in right wrist area, which was initially swollen and painful. Anti-inflammatory drugs were prescribed with little improvement. Swelling and pain then developed in both ankles and ...

In families that have the ACTA2 gene defect, Milewicz and colleagues observed, a clinical presentation of affected members is livedo reticularis, a purplish rash. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert!

For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Source: Focus Medica An autoimmune disorder in which the immune system mistakenly produces antibodies and attacks the ...